Great River Energy offers a special Business Financing Program (BFP). The program was designed as a flexible financing tool targeted to owner-operated businesses.

Whether it’s a new way of addressing senior wellness, a program to help newcomers call southwest Minnesota their home, a loan to make a new business thrive, or if it’s about people making a difference, there’s a good chance the Southwest Initiative Foundation was there to help make it happen.

Providing technical assistance to government, businesses and local organizations; administering state and federal programs, and coordinating multi-jurisdictional activities to maintain or enhance the quality of life in the Counties of Kandiyohi, McLeod, Meeker and Renville.

DEED encourages the creation and retention of high quality jobs through business growth, expansion and retention. Business development services help companies expand or relocate in Minnesota, find and train employees, promote international trade, and finance business expansions.

Whether you're a business owner looking for ways to expand your business, or you're just starting out, the Small Business Development Centers can help.

Export Information/Global Economy
Minnesota Trade Office

The Minnesota Trade Office (MTO) promotes and assists in the expansion of exports and foreign direct investments that contribute to the growth of the Minnesota economy. Services are tailored for new exporters as well as experienced international companies, and include education and training, information and marketing, and counseling.

Trade Assistance Agency

Trade Adjustment Assistance for Firms (TAA), a federal program, provides financial assistance to manufacturers affected by import competition. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Commerce, this cost sharing federal assistance program pays for half the cost of consultants or industry-specific experts for projects that improve a manufacturer's competitiveness.

Located approximately one hour west of Minneapolis, with a  population of approximately 23,250, covering 610 square miles.

A growing community boasting a strong education system, fiscally responsible government, and employment in high tech manufacturing companies.

Dassel is a small town of about 1200 residents. We are located on the crossroads of U.S. Highway 12 and Minnesota Highway 15 with major commercial/urban centers such as the Twin Cities Metro area and St. Cloud less than an hour away.